oceanography

A discussion of the oceans and oceanography, the science of the sea.

Provides information about various aspects of the world's oceans--waves, tides, the food chain, marine creatures, coastlines, and more.

Includes information on techniques and technologies of oceanography, the topology of the ocean floor, movement of the sea, properties of sea water, and life in the sea.

Discusses technological developments affecting the field of oceanography and the use of marine resources.

Presents an illustrated introduction to oceans, discussing its undersea landscape and its plant and animal life.

An illustrated guide to the world's oceans that discusses their formation, exploration, marine life, the human impact on them, conservation, and other related topics.

Presents an examination of the impact that humans have the ocean and its environment, providing information on commercial fishing, disease, global warming, pollution, and more.

Explores the latest discoveries in marine ecology and oceanography. Adjunct to the Smithsonian traveling exhibit, Ocean Planet.

Provides an overview of career opportunities in marine science along with information on education and experience requirements, salary, and advancement possibilities.